Shou Sugi Ban House

There’s a reason the Hamptons — a collection of beach towns on New York’s Long Island — are so star-studded. The actual strands of sands are cinematic in their beauty. They are wide and golden, the ocean is at once calm and ripe for surfers, and then there are the dunes that tower and in some spots meet the pine-scrubbed interior landscape. While the celebrity factor makes for a buzzy scene, there are pockets of pure zen throughout the region. One such spot is this new sanctuary that specializes in wellness. The spa is the centerpoint of the property, which showcases a Japanese design ethos. Programming includes guided meditations and hikes along with beach picnics provided by Michelin-star chefs.